1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1990 Ford Taurus
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1990 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Taurus weights approximately 604 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Taurus. (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1990 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Stola | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
